The European Commission has introduced amendments to the ETS Monitoring and Reporting Regulation (EU 2018/2066) to align with the revised EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) under the “Fit for 55” package. These changes aim to reduce net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, as mandated by the European Climate Law.
Key Updates to Monitoring and Reporting
The amendments provide enhanced guidance for monitoring and reporting emissions across multiple sectors, incorporating new definitions and methodologies for renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs), recycled carbon fuels (RCFs), and synthetic low-carbon fuels. The changes include updates to emission factors, sustainability criteria, and calculation methods to ensure precise reporting.
Non-CO2 Aviation Effects
A major focus of the revision is the integration of non-CO2 aviation effects into emission monitoring. Aircraft operators will be required to calculate and report CO2-equivalent emissions per flight, using global warming potential metrics (GWP20, GWP50, GWP100). Enhanced tools, including the Non-CO2 Aviation Effects Tracking System (NEATS), will aid operators in managing data effectively.
CO2 Transport and Storage
The amendments expand the EU ETS’s scope to include CO2 transported by non-pipeline means and its geological storage. Operators must track emissions comprehensively, including fugitive and vented emissions, to ensure accurate reporting and prevent underestimation.
Streamlined Compliance
The Union Database, alongside tiered methodologies, will simplify compliance by allowing seamless monitoring of fuel sustainability and greenhouse gas savings criteria. This ensures transparency and prevents double counting.
By refining emission monitoring practices, these changes reinforce the EU’s leadership in global climate action while fostering innovation and sustainability in regulated sectors.
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